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THE 2025 F1 championship is nearing a thrilling conclusion, with two drivers from the same team vying for the title!
Lando Norris currently leads the standings, having maintained his position at the top for a significant portion of the 2025 season.
Lando Norris leads the World Drivers’ Championship with two races remainingCredit: Alamy
Oscar Piastri had been leading Norris for much of the seasonCredit: Getty
The Australian driver, Oscar Piastri, was at the top of the Drivers’ Championship until the Mexican Grand Prix, but Lando Norris has overtaken him.
Meanwhile, the four-time champion is closing in on the two frontrunners, posing a threat to secure a fifth consecutive championship right from under the noses of the McLaren duo.
The Dutch driver is no stranger to tense finishes, having clinched the 2021 Drivers’ Championship on the final lap of the last race of the season.
SunSport has all the information you need as we approach the thrilling finale of the 2025 season.
F1 Drivers’ Championship 2025 Permutations
Before the Qatar Grand Prix, there are THREE drivers still in contention, with only two races and a sprint remaining.
Max Verstappen will be aiming to regain the top spot in the standingsCredit: Getty
The three contenders are McLaren teammates Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, along with four-time defending champion Max Verstappen.
Verstappen secured a vital victory in Las Vegas, with Norris finishing second and Piastri finishing fifth initially.
However, both McLaren drivers were disqualified from the race, opening up the championship race significantly.
The current standings for the top three are as follows:
- Lando Norris… 390pts
- Oscar Piastri… 366pts
- Max Verstappen… 366pts
As it stands, Lando Norris can clinch the title at the Qatar Grand Prix if he outperforms both Piastri and Verstappen by TWO points over the weekend.
The British driver can also secure the championship by finishing second in both the Qatar Sprint and Grand Prix, as well as the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, regardless of the race winners.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is currently leading the 2025 F1 Championship?
Lando Norris is currently leading the 2025 F1 Championship standings.
How many drivers are still in contention for the title?
There are three drivers still in contention for the title: Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri, and Max Verstappen.
What does Lando Norris need to do to win the championship?
Lando Norris can win the championship at the Qatar Grand Prix if he outscores both Oscar Piastri and Max Verstappen by two points over the weekend.
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